Finance Assistant

Day 8 Experiences Ltd is the company behind The Yacht Week & The Ski Week. We are looking for a financial assistant to join our dynamic Team Finance!

If you feel that this role is for you, please send your CV and cover letter to people@day8.com

The Role:

We are currently looking for an ambitious, driven and enthusiastic Financial Assistant at the beginning of their career with a flair for numbers and attention to detail to join our team at our headquarters in London.

As a Financial Assistant you will work with the accounting of our companies in the UK, Croatia and Sweden, and be responsible for a number of day-to-day tasks such as accounts payable, bank reconciliations and more!

Tasks will include but not be limited to:

• Responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping.
• Entering purchase ledger invoices on to the system.
• Completing weekly bank reconciliations.
• Reconciliation of company card expenses.
• Completing weekly supplier invoice payment runs.
• Assisting with weekly and monthly reporting.
• Assist with year-end procedures and communication with auditors.
• Support implementation of systems for increased control and efficiency.
• Assisting with event reporting for The Yacht Week, The Ski Week and other events.

The person:

The ideal candidate will be someone who is looking to start or progress their career in finance, particularly within the travel industry. You are passionate about accounting and eager to learn. A highly motivated hard worker; you are not scared to dedicate time when it comes to improving the business. You can take the initiative and you can cope with a lot of pressure whilst keeping a clear mind. You are not afraid of changes and you always strive to find improvements. You never miss a deadline.

You love travel and you are not a “typical accountant”. You will grow with the company and over time assume more responsibility. We are looking for someone to join our journey and set high standards on financial reporting. This will require full dedication and passion!

Requirements

• Organised and excellent attention to detail.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and systems.
• Responsible and committed to meet team goals and deadlines.
• An energetic personality with a positive attitude.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in written and spoken English (Swedish and/or Croatian language skills are a plus).
• Recent experience within an accounts department, progress towards AAT qualification (or equivalent) or finance related degree is required.
• International travel will be required.
• Applicants are required to hold the relevant Visas/Work Permits to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Salary: competitive package based on qualifications and experience.
• Full training and development provided.
• Pension scheme
• Company events

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If you feel that this role is for you, please send your CV and cover letter to people@day8.com

Day 8 Experiences Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Any job applicant will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £23,000.00-£26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site gym
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London, E1 7PS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have recent and relevant experience within an accounts department, progress towards AAT qualification (or equivalent) or finance related degree?
• Why do you want to work for Day 8 Experiences?
• Why are you looking for a finance role within the travel industry?

Work Location: In person

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